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(In)stability of cold streams feeding massive galaxies at high redshift Massive star-forming galaxies at redshift z~1-4, during the most active phase of galaxy …

On 22 March 2017, Stephan Sanders presented an update on the current state of genetics research in autism, highlighting some of the key findings that remain to be …

Linking Theory and Observations in Cosmology with Simulations Abstract: Gravitational lensing effects allow us to study the the large-scale geometry and matter distribution of our Universe, and …

… Lens for Looking at Glasses Patrick Charbonneau View Slides (PDF) Beyond Universal Scalings in Disordered Systems: Case Study of the 1D Interface in Short-range Correlated Disorder …

New abilities with laser light have enabled us to create and probe atomic gases at ultralow temperatures, forming the basis of atomic clocks accurate to 18 decimal places …

“Next Frontiers in the Stellar Dynamics of the Milky Way” Can we understand the origin of the stars in the Galactic halo? Ongoing surveys promise to revolutionize …

Star formation regulation (or not) by stellar feedback and its varied implications from galactic nuclei to high-redshift galaxies Abstract: I will present a simple, analytic, quasi-equilibrium …

Invite only. Reach out to [email protected] for info on future events.

Invite only. Reach out to [email protected] for info on future events.

Challenges in Computational Astrophysics Computer simulations are now a fundamental tool in theoretical astrophysics. Due to the ever increasing power of supercomputers, simulations now become more accurate and …

… features, which we are exploring from a dynamical standpoint.

AGN feedback and galaxy formation “Feedback from active galactic nuclei (AGN) is routinely invoked to cure some of the long-standing issues of the formation of massive galaxies …

To the Frontiers of Cosmic Origins Jonathan C. Tan (University of Florida) We are in a golden age of exploration. This is an exploration not only of the …

On 22 February 2017, Mark Zylka described how candidate environmental risk factors for autism can be identified rationally, by pinpointing chemicals that interfere with the same molecular pathways …

In this lecture, Mark Zylka will describe how candidate environmental risk factors for autism can be identified rationally, by pinpointing chemicals that interfere with the same molecular pathways …

… model system side as moving beyond the local physics/local interactions which dynamical mean field theory treats well. His talk, Dynamical Mean Field Theory and Beyond presented …

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Four Vignettes In this selection of short stories we will cover the memory of white dwarf supernovae, frontiers of 3D element factory models, modes of uncertainty in low …

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(Reverse) Engineering The Milky Way I will lead a discussion on a problem I am pursuing, of how to use detailed element abundances of stars, which are …

Physics and Numerics in Galaxy Formation The most fundamental unsolved problems in galaxy formation revolve around “feedback” from massive stars and black holes. I’ll present new simulations …

In this lecture, Subir Sachdev will present a simple model of many-particle entanglement, which has led to new insights into two very different classes of systems.

New Diagnostics of MHD Turbulence in the Multiphase Interstellar Medium Our current view of the interstellar medium (ISM) is as a multiphase environment where turbulence affects many key …

On 1 February 2017, Arnold Kriegstein described recent advances in our understanding of the unique features of human cortical development and discussed insights into the origins of neurodevelopmental …

In this lecture, Dr. Arnold Kriegstein will describe recent advances in our understanding of the unique features of human cortical development.

New Frontiers in Simulating Black Hole Accretion and Jets Black holes are responsible for a wide variety of astrophysical phenomena. They devour stars, eject relativistic jets, affect star …

Analysis Challenges in the Precision Cosmology Era The 2020s will be a decade of cosmological surveys which will enable precision measurements of the late Universe through weak lensing …

Speaker: Hiranya Peiris Towards Fundamental Physics from the Cosmic Microwave Background Surveys of the cosmic microwave background (CMB) carry immense promise for measurements of new physics beyond the …

On 25 January 2017, Jeremy Veenstra-VanderWeele outlined critical challenges to translating genomic, cellular, and animal model research into new treatments for autism spectrum disorder.

Modeling the Galaxy Population Using Big Data Techniques Several major galaxy surveys are being planned for the next two decades that promise to produce rich data sets for …

In this lecture, Dr. Jeremy Veenstra-VanderWeele will outline critical challenges, both conceptual and practical, to translating genomic, cellular, and animal model research into new treatments in autism …

“Simulations of the Tidal Disruptions of Stars by Supermassive Black Holes and their Computational Challenges” Many simulations of tidal disruptions have been performed over the last two …

Speakers: Mikio C. Aoi, Princeton Neuroscience Institute, Princeton University (Pillow Lab) Low-dimensional, dynamic encoding in prefrontal cortex during decision-making Daisuke Hattori, Department of Neuroscience, Columbia University …

Scientists interested in making cosmological measurements meet to discuss projects in progress, with a focus on measurement processes, data analysis, and statistical inference. Please contact ([email protected] …

09:00 – 10:00 — Breakfast 10:00 – 10:10 — Welcome – David Spergel 10:10 – 10:55 — Talk (30 mins) + discussion (15 mins): Ue-Li Pen 10:55 – 11 …

Title: Super Earths Post-Kepler: Towards Probabilistic Planetary Physics Abstract: The number of detected small extrasolar planets has exploded in the last decade, increasing a thousand-fold thanks …

Title: A morphological and kinematic view of galaxy evolution Abstract: The morphological and kinematic properties of galaxies provide valuable insight into the relevant physical processes of galaxy evolution …

This talk will introduce an overview of some of the most important concepts and ideas from geometry and topology and then describe the recent interplay between these mathematical …

Title: Collisional Dynamics in the Milky Way: What Can Present-Day Observables Tell Us About Initial Conditions? Abstract: In this talk, I will provide a broad overview of …

Impacts of Radial Migration and Flaring on the Galactic Thick and Thin Disks Daisuke Kawata (Mullard Space Science Laboratory, University College London) We first summarise the thick and …

… Slides (PDF) Joan Camps Beyond Area View slides (PDF) Alex Maloney Constraining CFTs with Information Theory… and what this tells us about Gravity Rob Meyers Comments on …

Dr. Joseph J. Fins will address how our evolving knowledge of disorders of consciousness has created an ethical imperative for a population often misdiagnosed, neglected and segregated from …

Researchers in the NYC area working on the Milky Way, stellar astrophysics, and extra-solar planets gather to discuss projects in progress and scientific issues of mutual interest …